21 Jan 1899
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1899
Page
1
A sharp round of editorials targets Cuban army odor in politics and mocks New York judges adopting gowns while Boston papers quote them. Daly’s beef remarks are cited as strong, and Quay’s 13 vote deficit is noted as a lucky figure for opponents.
Sergt. Wilkes reports showers baths installed in Manila to reduce malaria among American troops. In Italy, red and blue water colors on white vellum decorate books, finished with colorless varnish. Beautiful examples are in Florence's national library near the Uffizi gallery. Visitors should seek an introduction to the chief librarian for bindings.
In Chicago Record style, a Washington regular army officer's daughter is adored by both regulars and volunteers. The child expects greetings from friends. after a White House reception she asks her mother if the President inquired about her. If not, she quips he must be a volunteer.
The West Tewksbury Social Club hosted an Friday supper and entertainment in the school house. Flags and bunting decorated the room with a stage for a programme including a dialogue, songs, recitations, and a sketch led by local residents. An old-fashioned country supper followed under Mrs. Livingston's direction.
A pregame event at the YMCA features a Seniors versus Amesbury main game with two strong junior and picked teams. Lineups include Pecas son at center, Bixby King at forward, Bailey Cleaves, Rafferty, McDonald, Wilinsky, Provencher, Gio and Howell among others for the junior and picked squads.
Mothers urged to act now at O Sullivan Bros as a benefit sale helps stock children’s shoes. Local shoppers can find affordable footwear during the event benefiting families in need.
Washington January 21 The interior secretary affirmed the general land office decision in the Archbishop Ireland land case involving 83000 acres in Minnesota The first contract with the St Paul Minnesota and Manitoba railroad found Ireland not the purchaser but the second contract did The lands from the first contract go away while those from the second contract go to him The lengthy case affects many settlers and Ireland sought the lands to found Irish colonies.
General Shafter spoke at the Palace hotel reception in San Francisco praising the Santiago campaign and declaring the war a great blessing with the army’s part done. He asserted the victory came to the best soldiers and marksmen and that the people will meet new responsibilities with confidence.
In Milford New Hampshire the public schools Sunday schools library and reading rooms are closed for four weeks amid a scarlet fever outbreak. Children under 15 are barred from church and public gatherings during the period. Wilton schools are closed for the same reason.
Violent storms swept England last night with serious floods in Wales. The river Tewy in South Wales overflowed, destroying a bridge and cattle. Channel service halted and continental mails suspended. Conway valley in North Wales inundated forming a large lake.
New York report details Miss Emma Rumpter a 22 year old Passaic New Jersey resident and Grace Winthrop injured in a three story Passaic building fire. Rumpter died after returning to her window for valuables while Grace Winthrop leapt three stories to a net suffering internal injuries.
At midnight committees of coal miners and operatives in Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana and Illinois agreed to an eight hour workday for the coming year. The decision settles the wage question for year in these states.
A foot and lower leg bone, wearing a gray stocking and shoe, was found on South beach this morning. Authorities believe it likely belonged to a Portland victim.
San Diego January 21 Rear Admiral Kautz says Philadelphia can be ready to sail for Samoa in a few days. He details readiness status and shipping plans amid ongoing Pacific station operations.
No positive orders have been received to sail as of Thursday next, leaving plans uncertain. The note records awaiting vessel departure and pending approvals, with no schedule or confirmed timing.
A special meeting of Day Street Congregational church West Somerville voted Rev Peter MacQueen into an eight month leave of absence as he sails from New York on the troopship Grant for Manila. Elsewhere Haverhill council defeated eight hour day in street department by a 6 3 vote, with several Republicans opposing. Fire in Worcester damages Parisian Wrapper plant. two injured and several losses. Other notes include deaths and accidents in Avon Dedham South Boston and Newton.
Dr Robert H M Mackenzie a University of Pennsylvania student and football player is sued for 15000 dollars for breach of promise to marry Miss Tillie Wagner of Philadelphia. Plaintiff accuses the doctor of ingratitude deception and that he took 2000 for college expenses.
The Sixth Massachusetts volunteers were mustered out today at the armory. Capt. Alexander Greig led Company C in the final roll call with two men missing, while Private Eugene Young of Company G was last to leave. Pay ranged from 76 to 125 dollars and many soldiers secured loans as accounts were settled.
Medical Examiner Dr Irish states Mayotte died of natural causes, delirium tremens, with no fatal injuries. He explains his role in determining criminal liability and notes convulsions can cause collapse. autopsy offered with other physicians if needed.
The text discusses calls for an autopsy in the Mayotte death, noting authorities believe natural causes. It criticizes the Mail newspaper for sensationalism and accusatory headlines against the police, linking editorials to partisan politics in the jail controversy.
Eleven drunks faced the city police court with several released on condition to leave town. Martin Gannon’s second offence led to a $5 fine that the court later vacated placing him under probation for six months. Others taxed or jailed included Peter J Langan four months, and Edward Lebleau whose case was continued for a week as he sought work after losing his Bijou theatre job.
Bennington Vermont January 21. H D W C Hill resident of Cambridge New York and a noted western Vermont figure died this morning after being struck by a train at Fagle Bridge last night He crossed the track slipped and was run over by the engine The 60 year old lawyer served as surrogate of Washington county New York for 12 years and fought in the Civil War as an aide to Gen Butler in the James River campaign He was a leading G A R member and headed a veteran association of New York and Vermont He leaves a wife and two sons.
Representative Knox, chairman of the committee on territories, is busily drafting the majority report on the annexation bill for Flawaii. The measure is among the era’s most significant, and Democrats may push a minority report to challenge provisions in the committee bill.
The fragment notes the O'Sullivan brothers and their window narrative, signaling a local feature or anecdote tied to a family named O'Sullivan and a particular display or storefront window. The brief item hints at a human-interest focus within a community context.
Lowell Electric Light plans its February meeting with possible leadership change. Directors may seek re election while stockholders received notices proposing a new slate including Jesse Nrah J A Gage Je W Bennett W S Marshall and others. President George W Fifield notes opposition exists but insists salaries are modest and he has not drawn a salary.
The Lowell Bar Association met in police court at 9:30 AM to debate raising Supreme and Superior Court judge salaries. The group agreed to form a committee to advocate the increase, but one member opposed. no committee was appointed as the meeting adjourned after heated discussion.
Dr Maurice J Landers died at St Johns hospital after brief illness at 25 years. Harvard trained physician survived by Nellie George and Joseph. Katherine Shea died at 42 Summer street aged 45 leaving husband three daughters two sons. Ann Bambrick died at 42 Common street. William Folsom died at 154 Shaw street aged 75 leaving Fred Folsom and Mrs Wm Johnson. Casper Romsdorf of West Billerica 77 died suddenly at home after long Lowell dyeing career.
The obituary notes Mrs Henry S. Pihi of this city left behind a wife and four children. Also mentioned are Mrs William Kulp of Pennsylvania and Al Pare and Hugo Ronsdorf of Philadelphia.
The funeral of Thomas Murphy was held this morning from his Walker street home. A Requiem Mass at St Patrick’s Church began at 10 o’clock with Schmidt’s mass, the offertory solo by E F Faulkner, and Miss Finn singing Passing Out of the Shadow. Rev Michael J Leonard officiated at mass and grave. Bearers included Jacob Quirbach, William Barry, Patrick Courtney, Martin J Cainey, John White and Thomas Higgins. Burial in Catholic cemetery under undertaker O'Donnell. Beatrice A Whiteley’s funeral followed at 2 pm from 38 Albion street with Rev Dr Chambre officiating. Burial at Edson Cemetery under J W Brooks.
Inauguration day illness recovery of Mrs Jeremiah Crowley leads to a city hall visit by the mayor while Rev H Lockhart preaches his last Chelmsford Street sermon next Sunday. Arthur C Moore and uncle George Parker travel to Jamaica for three months as high school regiment officers dine at Rogers Hall. Chelmsford's Frank Robinson, ill and feared dead, is aided by sister Mrs A V Hill of Worcester. Gov Roosevelt hosts American Irish Society members on Madison Avenue with a large Boston and Worcester delegation including Crimmins and Roche amid engagements and social notices.
Obituaries report William Fol som age 78 at 184 Shaw Street and Fannie L Ford age 34 at 159 Appleton Street in the city. Casper Ronsdorf dies in Billerica at age 77 on January 19.
The Ambulance Corps held its weekly meeting Friday evening at the armory and voted to take possession of the quarters vacated by Co. D last spring as soon as it is ready for occupancy. The rooms contain the equipment of Captain Garity's provisional company, and the captain awaits orders to turn the property over to the stalls.
The sale lists Hathaway Soule and Marrington Shoes at 209 with profits allocated, Wear Wells bench shoes sacrificed, and 2.66 week ven pat calf shoes discounted from former price.
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